Cheese Fries
Dave's seasoned crinkle-cut fries smothered in a warm, creamy cheese sauce. The richer, more indulgent take on the classic side — and a built-in spice buffer thanks to all that dairy.
About the Cheese Fries
Cheese Fries take Dave's crispy crinkle-cut fries and pour warm, creamy cheese sauce over the top, letting it settle into every ridge and channel. It's the simplest, most satisfying upgrade on the menu — comfort-food richness with the same crunchy fry underneath. The cheese sauce is poured fresh so the fries stay crisp at the edges while soaking up flavor where it counts.
Beyond being delicious on their own, Cheese Fries are one of the best spice-relief sides at Dave's: the dairy fat in the cheese sauce actively buffers capsaicin, so pairing them with a Hot or Extra Hot tender makes the heat far more manageable. Vegetarian and crave-worthy, they bridge the gap between a plain fry and a fully loaded Top-Loaded Fries.
What's Inside the Cheese Fries
Crinkle-Cut Fries
The same seasoned crinkle-cut fries served on their own — ridged for crunch and built to hold the cheese sauce in every bite.
Creamy Cheese Sauce
A warm, smooth cheese sauce poured over the top. Its dairy richness adds comfort-food flavor and acts as a natural buffer against the Nashville spice rub.
Dave's Seasoning
The fries are dusted with Dave's signature salt-forward seasoning before the cheese sauce goes on, keeping that savory base flavor under the richness.
Salt
Layered into the fry seasoning to balance the creamy cheese sauce and keep each bite craveable.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Estimated values — may vary by location and preparation.
How to Customize
Extra Cheese Sauce
Request extra cheese sauce for an even richer, more indulgent fry — and more spice-buffering dairy.
Add Dave's Sauce (+$0.50)
Drizzle or dip in the signature creamy Dave's Sauce for a double-sauce experience.
Load Them Up
Add kale slaw, pickles, and Dave's Bites on top to build toward a Top-Loaded Fries dish.
Drizzle with Honey
Add a touch of honey for a sweet, salty, and creamy combination that pairs well with hotter tenders.
Best Pairings
Single Tender
Pair Cheese Fries with a Nashville-style tender — the dairy cheese sauce buffers the heat for a balanced bite.
Spice Relief
Plain Fries
Prefer it simpler? The classic seasoned fries deliver the same crunch without the cheese sauce.
Lighter Option
Dave's Sauce
Order a side for dipping — Dave's Sauce and cheese sauce together is a fan-favorite combo.
Must OrderFrequently Asked Questions
How much do Cheese Fries cost at Dave's Hot Chicken?
Cheese Fries cost $4.99 as a side at most Dave's Hot Chicken locations in 2026 — $1.50 more than plain Fries ($3.49) for the addition of warm cheese sauce.
How many calories are in Dave's Cheese Fries?
Dave's Cheese Fries contain approximately 460 calories — only about 20 more than plain Fries, since the cheese sauce adds richness without dramatically increasing the calorie count.
Are Cheese Fries vegetarian?
Yes — Cheese Fries are vegetarian. They are not vegan, as the cheese sauce contains dairy, and the fries are cooked in shared fryer oil alongside breaded chicken items.
Do Cheese Fries help with spicy food?
Yes — the dairy fat in the cheese sauce is an effective capsaicin buffer, making Cheese Fries one of the best spice-relief sides at Dave's. Pairing them with a Hot or Extra Hot tender helps keep the heat manageable.
Are Cheese Fries gluten-free?
No. While the fries and cheese sauce don't contain wheat as a primary ingredient, the fries share fryer oil with breaded chicken, introducing gluten cross-contact. They are not suitable for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
What's the difference between Cheese Fries and Top-Loaded Fries?
Cheese Fries are simply seasoned fries with cheese sauce poured over the top. Top-Loaded Fries build on that base by adding kale slaw, pickles, Dave's Bites, and a Dave's Sauce drizzle for a fuller, meal-sized loaded dish.
